The Beecher & Bennet Difference

The Beecher & Bennett Difference

We could recite many reasons to select our firm over others. Certainly, there is a choice of other qualified firms in our service area. There are many considerations in selecting one firm over another; things like honesty and fairness in all dealings, attention to details, a reputation for quality facilities, capable staff, good service and reasonable prices with excellent value. We are proud of our firm and would like to list some of the ways that make us the logical choice in a time of need:

  • Locally owned and managed with a full time staff of trained, licensed caregivers. People who know you, people you can rely on…today and tomorrow.
  • Two convenient locations: Hamden and Meriden. All have ample off-street parking. Our facilities are designed with spacious room for each family to meet and greet friends. We take special pride in maintaining our facilities for comfort and cleanliness.
  • Flexibility in planning the type of arrangements that you want. Each person is important and deserving of the love and respect that a dignified funeral, properly planned, can provide.
  • A full selection of quality caskets, vaults, cremation urns and funeral supplies, all at very competitive prices. The BOTTOM LINE is important. You must receive full value for the price paid.
  • Pre-arrangement Counseling: A fully licensed Professional Staff, trained to assist families and individuals in making funeral pre-arrangements. 



Your comparison is invited. There is no obligation, of course. We are here to help!
You can start the pre-planning process with Beecher & Bennett by completing the information requested in our On-line Pre-Arrangement Form. We will help you complete the information needed at your convenience.

Our Pledge

We are funeral service professionals with a sincere desire to reward each family who has placed their trust and confidence in us by being attentive to every detail, displaying the highest level of courtesy and compassion and providing the greatest measure of respect for your wishes. We pledge to be a professional resource for the benefit of the entire community and accept this unique responsibility to honor the dignity of life, to aid the family in time of grief and to encourage remembrance with each family within its own traditions, culture and financial means. We believe that it’s our job to provide extraordinary, personalized opportunities to help you celebrate the life of your loved one. Our hope is that you find joy in the way you choose to honor and remember that wonderful life.

Founded in 1894 by Henry W. Beecher and James M. Bennett, the firm was originally located on Elm Street and later moved to Broadway in New Haven, where it remained until 1983. The landmark building at 100 Broadway, with its city center location adjoining Yale University, started the tradition of serving families of all faiths and in all walks of life.



In an effort to serve their many families in surrounding communities, B&B opened the Hamden facility in 1952. This is now the location of Beecher & Bennett’s main office. This facility was expanded in 1961 to accommodate the growing demand for B&B services.

The Flatow Funeral Home of Meriden, was established in 1912 by Albert Flatow and became associated with B & B in 1980. Their reputations for providing quality services to families of all faiths, with facilities located at 48 Cook Avenue, has been an asset to the local community.

Founded in 1894 by Henry W. Beecher and James M. Bennett, the firm was originally located on Elm Street and later moved to Broadway in New Haven, where it remained until 1983. The landmark building at 100 Broadway, with its city center location adjoining Yale University, started the tradition of serving families of all faiths and in all walks of life.



In an effort to serve their many families in surrounding communities, B&B opened the Hamden facility in 1952. This is now the location of Beecher & Bennett’s main office. This facility was expanded in 1961 to accommodate the growing demand for B&B services.

Beecher and Bennett has served Greater New Haven County families since 1894. This continuous, dependable service–provided by an independently owned and operated company which has planned for it’s future leadership–assures families that services pre-planned and pre-arranged will be provided when needed.



We are proud of over one century of service to the Greater New Haven community. We have been privileged to serve the poor, the wealthy and all those in between. Our reputation for honesty and fairness and a true concern for those we serve has been a hallmark of Beecher & Bennett. We look forward to the future, not resting on any laurels, but to providing a high quality of care and keeping abreast of technology and changing family needs. The families we serve are our most important assets.


Why Choose Us

At Beecher and Bennett Funeral Service Inc., we are dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized funeral services to honor the lives of your loved ones. With years of experience, we understand the importance of creating meaningful farewells that reflect the unique stories and cherished memories of those we serve. Our team is here to guide you through every step with care, offering support and comfort during difficult times. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, ensuring that your trust in us is well-placed. At Beecher and Bennett Funeral Service Inc., your family is our priority, and we are honored to be a part of your journey.

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Online Memorial

We can create a customized, online memorial for you to share with family and friends. The memorial includes the obituary and any photographs you wish to provide. It will serve as a place for visitors to post condolences, share memories, upload photos, and light candles in honor of your loved one.

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Tribute Video

We can produce a personal tribute video that can be played at the service and online. Simply provide us with the photographs you want to include and we will transform them into a video celebration of your treasured memories. DVDs, USBs, or digital files of the video will be available.

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Ordering Flowers

We make it easy for friends and family to send flowers to your home or service to honor your loved one. We have partnered with local florists to offer the convenience of ordering directly from the obituary page of our website. You can also use this to select the flowers you would like at the service.

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Sharing Service Details

We reduce the stress of contacting those who need the details of the service for your loved one. Through the online memorial on our website, we will post the dates and times of the service. You can then either share the memorial on your social media or copy the details from the site into an email or text.

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